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By Atiq Raja Every human being lives two lives at once. One is the life the world observes: the tasks we undertake, the ambitions we chase, the outcomes we achieve. The other is quieter, invisible—a private life composed of the thoughts, doubts, and self-reflections that shape the way we move through the world. This inner life, largely unseen, is the lens through which we interpret every experience. It guides our confidence, informs our decisions, and ultimately influences the trajectory of our lives. For many, the struggle to change circumstances externally can feel endless, yet often the real transformation must begin…

A new and unnerving chapter has opened in the long-standing tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel. What began as intermittent hostilities has now taken on a far more threatening dimension. For the first time, Iran’s critical oil infrastructure has come under direct assault, a move that marks not just a tactical escalation but a symbolic strike against the country’s economic and national lifelines. Overnight, a series of attacks hit fuel storage facilities, including a depot close to Tehran’s central refinery in the south. In northwestern Tehran, another strike sent towering plumes of smoke into the skyline, while reports…

By Professor Dr. Sheikh Akram Ali Life often begins with struggle, and those who confront it with seriousness are the ones who ultimately prevail. This principle holds true not only for individuals but also for nations. The success of a country depends largely on the vision and character of its political leaders, whose decisions can guide a nation toward stability, prosperity, and the fulfilment of its people’s aspirations. Yet history reminds us that victory on the battlefield alone is never enough. The birth of Bangladesh in 1971 through war did not automatically translate into a society that met the hopes…

By Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal Power has always tested the character of those who wield it. From the earliest days of human governance, authority has been as much a mirror of personal discipline as it is an instrument of political influence. When power rests in the hands of an individual, the ambitions, anxieties, and desires that reside deep within human nature often grow louder. History, however, reminds us that restraint is no less powerful than action. Leaders who have mastered the delicate balance between authority and accountability have earned lasting respect, not through the ostentatious display of strength, but through its…

The latest signals emerging from Tehran appear to carry a carefully balanced message. On the one hand, Iranian officials have spoken in the language of restraint, signaling that they do not wish to see the present confrontation expand beyond its already dangerous boundaries. On the other, the same statements have made clear that Iran considers itself fully prepared to defend its sovereignty if it believes its security is under threat. This dual narrative—conciliatory in tone yet firm in intent—has come to define Iran’s public posture during one of the most volatile moments the region has witnessed in recent years. Iranian…

By Atiq Raja Every meaningful achievement begins long before the world notices it. Long before recognition arrives or results become visible, success is usually shaped in a quiet and deeply personal place: the human mind. It begins with a decision that is invisible to others yet powerful enough to determine the direction of a life—the decision to believe in one’s own potential. Self-belief is one of the most influential forces shaping human progress. It is the inner conviction that quietly assures an individual that growth is possible, that obstacles can be overcome and that abilities can be developed through effort…

By Dr Zawwar Hussain Energy security has become one of the defining questions of contemporary statecraft. In a world where economic growth, industrial productivity and geopolitical influence are deeply tied to the availability of energy, the ability to secure reliable fuel supplies has taken on strategic importance. For Pakistan, a country with a population exceeding 240 million and a steadily expanding transportation and industrial network, the challenge of energy security is particularly acute. Oil imports are not simply a matter of trade policy; they represent a crucial component of national economic stability. The recent debate surrounding the purchase of discounted…

By Ghulam Hussain Baloch Each year on 8 March the world pauses to observe International Women’s Day, a date that carries far more significance than the ceremonial greetings and symbolic gestures that often accompany it. The occasion was conceived not as a moment of fleeting celebration but as a reminder of a struggle that has stretched across generations. The roots of the observance can be traced to the early twentieth century, when the German socialist thinker and activist Clara Zetkin proposed the idea of a dedicated international day for women during a socialist conference in Copenhagen in 1910. Decades later,…

The war between the United States and Iran is reshaping not only the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East but also the intricate web of global economic and strategic calculations. Before hostilities erupted, China appeared poised as a rising counterweight to U.S. influence. Beijing projected an image of a nation capable of asserting its interests across multiple theatres and standing firm against Washington’s dominance. Yet the current conflict exposes the limits of that projection. The carefully measured statements from Chinese officials—mostly cautious, sometimes quietly critical—raise pressing questions for countries contemplating alignment outside the U.S.-led bloc. Can they rely on China…